There’s no better time to look ahead to next year’s class than the day after the NBA Draft. With the 2022 draft officially in the books, we are happy to release our first mock for the 2023 NBA Draft. The 2023 NBA Draft is going to feel a bit different than recent drafts because of the lack of top-end prospects playing at the college level. For 16 straight years, the No. 1 overall pick has played college basketball, but we’d be shocked if that trend continues in 2023. None of the top three players on our preseason board will play college hoops next season. Next year’s draft is led by 7’2 French center Victor Wembanyama — who has a strong case as the best prospect to hit the draft since LeBron James. Read our full report on what makes Wembanyama so special here. G League Ignite guard Scoot Henderson will pressure Wembanyama for the top pick, but it would be stunning if he actually passed him. The Thompson twins — Amen and Ausar — will also get looks in the top-3 after playing in Overtime Elite.
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